Market Menu Spotlight: Ahi Tuna + Cookie Butter Crunch

At Grub Burger Bar, we’d like to think we have this #adulting thing pretty much down pat. We remember to schedule our dental cleanings, we make sure the kids eat a hearty breakfast, and we’re pretty good about striking that work/life balance. Heck, some of us have even learned to fold a fitted sheet. (Thanks, Martha!)

Not to mention that one of the hallmarks of growing older — and wiser — is the ability to embrace new things with real enthusiasm. That means expanding our palates, and we can think of no better way to do so than by trying our limited-time Market Burgers and Shakes.

First up is our Ahi Tuna Burger. We form the patty using fresh, hand-chopped ahi tuna, then top it with our special cucumber avocado dressing, fresh cucumbers, arugula, house-pickled red onions and crunchy sprouts. A hearty wheat bun only adds to the yum factor.

OK, so maybe seafood isn’t the first thing that comes to mind when you think of the word “burger.” But it’s perfect for both the adults and the #adulting crowd who are committed to giving up something between Mardi Gras and Sunday, April 1. For that matter, our Ahi Tuna Burger is a great choice for anyone looking to lighten up the ol’ diet in anticipation of Spring Break or put a little extra spring in their step. Hey, you went healthy when you didn’t have to. It’s OK to give yourself some props. Knowing when to show respect is a big part of #adulting.

Of course, another hallmark of growing older is knowing when not to take yourself too seriously. Enter our Cookie Butter Crunch Shake. Blended with cookie butter and Cap’n Crunch cereal, it’s a sweet treat guaranteed to bring back memories of the unbridled joy dessert used to evoke as well as Saturday mornings spent watching cartoons. (Alas, there’s no plastic prize in the bottom of the cup.)

So could it be that grabbing some Grub is the most grown-up thing you could do during your day? Maybe not, but, then again, maybe the best part of #adulting is doing what you want.

We’ll be waiting for you.

Market Menu Spotlight: OMG Burger and Turtle Brownie Shake

At Grub Burger Bar, we take pride in taking old notions and turning them on their head, one delicious menu item at a time. That’s why our bimonthly Market Menu items are so much fun.

Consider, if you will, the good old burger-and-fries. Whether someone hands you your order from the drive-thru window or brings it to your table at one of those fancy establishments, you pretty much know what you’re getting. That’s a beef patty on a bun beside a heap of that goodness that comes only from potatoes taking a bath in hot oil. But our OMG Burger breaks down the wall separating the two halves of this classic combo.

You read that right.

We take a juicy beef patty, smother it with homemade Texas chili, pile on the skinny fries, cover it up with chorizo queso and then top the whole thing with a lightly toasted bun. There’s no need to tell us whether you’d like fries with that.

Of course, if you do want some fries served up alongside your OMG Burger, we’re more than happy to oblige. But we’d be remiss in not mentioning some other amazing Grub sides, such as our Onion Rings, Sweets (as in “waffle-cut sweet potato fries”), Mac ‘N’ Cheese, Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Black Bean & Charred Corn Medley. There’s a lot to love going on here — seriously.

As always, we hope you’ll save room for dessert. Currently on spesh is our Turtle Brownie Shake, blended with real homemade brownie, chopped pecans and generous swirls of both caramel and chocolate. Because, when you’re shaking things up on the griddle, sometimes you need to bring things back down to earth. What better way than with a classic shake?

Just don’t wait too long to give these two new items a try. The OMG Burger and Turtle Brownie Shake will be available only through the end of February. Visit your local Grub today!

Market Menu Spotlight: Wagyu Burger and Red Velvet Cupcake Shake

At Grub Burger Bar, we make it our mission to be extraordinary. That’s why we’re always working to bring you new menu items using the very best ingredients available. Luckily, our creative chefs are always scouting new flavor profiles and possibilities.

And so when it was time to introduce a new Market burger and shake for September and October, we decided that the best way to fill a tall order was with a tall order — literally.

First up is the Wagyu Burger. We take a hand-formed Wagyu patty and lightly season it with kosher salt and black pepper. Then we top that bad boy with Havarti, roasted garlic aioli, spinach, marinated grilled tomatoes and French-fried onions and serve it on a flax and chia-seed bun.

Big taste? You bet. But this is also one big burger. For best results, we don’t recommend eating this one on the go. Sit down and take your time to enjoy it. Trust us, you’ll need it.

Next up is the Red Velvet Cupcake Shake. It’s everything you love about red velvet cupcakes in a shake! We take half of a delicious red velvet cupcake and blend it into a shake, then top it with whipped cream and the other half of that cupcake. It’s rich, creamy and sure to satisfy that sweet tooth. With the toppings piled on so high, this is one dessert you’ll need to save a little extra room for.

Are you a GrubLove user? If so, we’re giving you FREE fries & a drink when you purchase our new Wagyu burger. (One time offer per GrubLove member. Expires October 31st.) And remember: you can refer your buddies numerous times in the app for 20 points that you get after they make a purchase.

Can’t wait to taste these new menu items? Don’t forget that you can order ahead and skip the lines by using our GrubLove app. But don’t put it off. These tall orders will be around for only a short time.

Market Menu Spotlight: Brezel & Wurst Sandwich and Sandlot Shake

Summer is finally in full swing, and with it comes new opportunities for fun in the sun as well as nostalgia for years past. But you don’t have to warble about those “summer niiiiiiiii-iiiiiiiights.” Grub has you covered with a couple of tasty new market menu items that are guaranteed to stir up some of those wonderful memories… and maybe help you make some new ones to look back on later.

But you’ll want to get here fast — these items are available only for a limited time in July & August.

Our new Brezel & Wurst is a German-inspired pretzel and sausage sandwich. You get a house-made sausage topped with peppers, onions, provolone and Dijonaise served on a made-from-scratch salted pretzel bun. Relive that summer studying abroad, or just enjoy the Old World flavors of this tasty ‘wich. Danke and bitte, right?

Next up, we’re bringing back our Sandlot shake and lighting it on fire. Made with burnt marshmallow syrup, graham cracker crumbs and mini chocolate chips and garnished with a Hershey’s bar and a burnt marshmallow, this sweet treat will have you remembering big adventures and childhood best friends. You’re killin’ me, Smalls!

Market Menu Spotlight: The Southerner and Peach Pie Shake

When we say summer is so close we can taste it, we mean that quite literally. We’re talking two new Deep South-inspired menu items guaranteed to put you in the mood for sweet tea on the front porch or cutting through the field out back to take a dip in the secret swimming hole. No matter where you call home, these menu items — available for a limited time in May and June — will transport your taste buds across the Mason-Dixon line.

Of course, no Southern meal is complete without dessert. You definitely want to save room for the Peach Pie, our newest handcrafted shake. Cool off and take it easy with the taste of sweet ripe peaches. It’s all topped with whipped cream and garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a big hunk of pie crisp.

So here’s to the start of a special season. Let’s make this the best summer yet.

Market Menu Spotlight: Cuban Burger and All Shook Up Shake

To call the burger-and-shake combo a classic would be a huge understatement. In fact, it’s the foundation on which our menu is built.

But while some burger joints are content to serve up the same ol’ beef patty and chocolate shake, we like to take a walk on the wild side. We build our burgers using only high-quality ingredients, and our shakes highlight the kind of culinary creativity that makes you think, “Why didn’t I think of that?”

Looking for a new favorite? You’re in luck. Here’s a look at two of our featured Market menu items that are guaranteed to go above and beyond your expectations. Havana isn’t too far away with our Cuban Burger inspired by the traditional Cuban sandwich. It features a mojo-marinated pork patty topped with Black Forest ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and caramelized onion mustard and is served on a garlic bun.

Meanwhile, our All Shook Up Shake is a concoction fit for a king. No, make that the King. For this shake, we blend together peanut butter, fresh-sliced bananas and candied bacon, then top it all off with a generous dollop of whipped cream.

Classic? OK, maybe not. Delicious? You bet. Come on over and try them for yourself.